It's easy to get carried away and lose sight of just how far we've come in the smartphone world. Apple's iPhone 14 is 7.8 millimeters thick but can communicate directly with satellites, boasts photographic talents that eclipse dedicated cameras and action cams, and does so starting at just $799.

Improved low-light camera performance, Clever safety features (you hope you won't need)

Improvements feel evolutionary, eSIM may prove a headache, iPhone 13 offers much the same for $100 less

The iPhone 14 is very similar to the iPhone 13, which itself was very similar to the iPhone 12. That doesn’t mean it’s a bad phone — it’s just less of an upgrade for anyone using a phone that’s only two years old.

Apple's latest non-Pro iPhone is superb - it's just that it's strikingly similar to last year's effort.

Still an incredible smartphone, Brilliant battery life gets a bit better, Excellent camera system gets a bit better

Last year’s Pro hardware, Wireless charging slow by modern standards, No USB-C; it’s now well overdue

The Apple iPhone 14 isn’t a huge upgrade on the iPhone 13, yet it still is a great phone with a top camera, good battery life and all the iOS benefits.

Clever safety features, Very good battery life, Reliable camera, Fun colours, You’ve got an ageing iPhone: If you’re on an iPhone 11 or older, then the changes here will make a notable difference.

Stuck on a 60Hz display, Minimal differences to the iPhone 13, You’ve got an iPhone 13: The changes from Apple’s previous phone aren’t enough to warrant an upgrade this year.

Slightly better cameras but otherwise, not much of an update - buy the iPhone 14 Pro or switch to Android instead

Better low-light photography, Slightly longer battery life, Action mode gives super stabilised video

The same performance as the iPhone 13, No Dynamic Island or Always-On display, 60Hz screen

The iPhone 14 comes to market with the same launch price as the previous generation. At the same time, iPhone connoisseurs were more than disillusioned after the presentation of the new smartphone. Apple leaves large parts of the hardware unchanged and does not dare to change the design.

Top performance level despite last year's chip, Very high quality workmanship, Improved image and video quality, Excellent battery life

Hardly any innovations, Charging takes too long for 2022

The Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM ($299.99) joins the RF lens library as the smallest, cheapest zoom with full-frame coverage. It's Canon's version of a lens we've already seen for Nikon cameras, the Nikkor Z 24-50mm F4-6.3, and it shares many qualities, both good and bad. The compact design and stabilized optics are nice touches for sure, but the restrictive zoom range and dim maximum aperture ultimately limit its potential. For just $100 more, we recommend the RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM ($399) for its greater versatility and better macro capabilities.A Small Lens With a Short Zoom Range The RF 24-50mm is one of the smallest zooms you can find for a full-frame camera, a result of its modest zoom range, limited light-gathering capability, and retractable design. At just 2.3 by 2.7 inches (HD) and 7.4 ounces, it's easy to slide into a camera bag where it won't weigh you down. The inner barrel telescopes out by a little more than an inch before it can take a photo. The 13.9-ounce ...

The Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM might be the lightest and most affordable zoom for full-frame EOS R cameras, but it doesn't offer much range or make particularly special images.

Easy-to-carry design; Handy on-lens control ring; Stabilized optics; Quiet, responsive autofocus

Narrow maximum aperture limits use in dim light; Short zoom range; Plastic lens mount

The RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens represents quite good value for money in the light of its measured performance. It’s also a reasonable choice when light weight and compact size are high priorities – provided you can work with the focal length limitations.

“The iPhone 14 isn't a huge upgrade compared to its predecessor. But with a great design, screen, performance, and cameras, that's far from a bad thing at all.”

Comfortable, high-end build, OLED screen looks fantastic, A15 chip performs great, Good camera upgrades, Dependable battery life, Helpful safety features

60Hz display, No telephoto camera, eSIM might be a pain for some

Hannah Stryker / Review Geek The iPhone 14 is the latest iteration of Apple’s flagship device. Since its launch, the iPhone has set the standard of what a smartphone is, what it does, and how it looks. Fifteen years later, it’s still doing that.

Top-notch cameras, Amazing display, Snappy performance, Great battery life

It's just "this year's iPhone"